Uncover hidden opportunities to make a global impact. Zola
Electric (former Off Grid Electric) is a growth-stage start up that’s
on track to light a million homes in Africa over the next couple of
years with clean, affordable solar energy. At the heart of our
business is innovative solutions that delight our customers. We are
looking for a Director Logistics and Manufacturing to support our growth
strategy in Africa, changing the lives of millions with our innovative
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This
may be your dream job if you’re someone who dreams of combining your
knowledge and skills enabling Zola Electric to change the renewable
energy landscape. You’ll also need to be passionate about bringing solar
energy to off-grid and other underserved markets (billions of people
around the world) with the unique social, technical, and business
challenges that come along with it. You are inspired by the opportunity
to unleash whole continents of human potential, and motivated to help
build a truly epic business.

Zola Electric, through its
consumer brand Zola, combines Silicon Valley technology with local
expertise to offer African homes and businesses a long-term solar
solution to an unreliable grid. Adaptable to both energy needs and
income, Zola Electric’s solution can be bought over time through a
leasing structure. The first few watts starts a chain reaction that
enables people to achieve commonly held aspirations: security,
education, access to information, and a longer and more efficient day.

The Director of Logistics
reports to the Vice President of Supply Chain and threads the needle
among our Country Operations, Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
ensuring a healthy and successful partnership among manufacturing,
logistics, sales and service. With a strong focus on the intricacies of
logistics and distribution, designing for excellence will ensure that
our energy systems and accessories serve our customers’ needs every day.

This
position is a key member of the Logistics and Country Operations team
and will work closely with our Logistics and Supply Chain teams during
the development phase of our products to define the logistics and last
mile requirements while maintaining a clear focus on preparing these
products for low rate and high volume production into our manufacturing
facilities and internal operations. Some of the day-to-day responsibilities include:

Demonstrating a sense of urgency is essential. This
position requires a hands-on, problem-solving, multitasking team member
who has a strong understanding of logistics, quality and supply chain
management.

Ability to clearly communicate and present status, action, recommendations, and other technical information at all levels.

High integrity, a strong work ethic and be a self-starter as well as have the ability to juggle multiple projects.

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Let’s Connect
Are
you interested in this position and join our team in Arusha, Tanzania,
let’s connect and send your resume via our career page. Applications
that include a resume / curriculum vitae have preference.